Information Governance Advisor (12 months Fixed Term)

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking an experienced Information Governance professional with expertise in Freedom of Information and Data Protection to lead compliance activities and respond to information requests within the NHS framework.

You will work with staff and stakeholders to embed confidentiality guidance (Caldicott), maintain records management standards, and support learning through CPD as clinical systems use evolves.

Qualifications

• Degree level education or relevant experience in Information Governance.
• ISEB qualification in FOI and/or DPA or equivalent.
• Evidence of CPD/learning in DPA/FOI/Information Governance.
• Desirable: GDPR Practitioner Certificate.

Skills

FOI expertise

DPA knowledge

GDPR knowledge

Records management

Caldicott guidance

NHS knowledge

Public sector understanding

Education

Degree level education or relevant experience in Information Governance

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trust's values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

Person specification

Education/ Qualification

Essential criteria

• Degree level education or previous relevant experience in an Information Governance related field
• ISEB qualification in FOI and /or DPA or equivalent.
• Evidence of recent and ongoing CPD / learning in DPA / FOI / Information Governance

Desirable criteria

• GDPR Practitioner Certificate

Experience

Essential criteria

• Specialist expertise in Freedom of Information Act 2000 legislation
• Expertise in Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR legislation
• Understanding of complex public sector organisation and effective partnership working
• An understanding of NHS legislation, governance frameworks and standards
• Understanding and knowledge of records management
• Understanding and knowledge of confidentiality guidance (Caldicott)
• Experience of working within the NHS
• Experience of handling and responding to FOI and Data Protection queries
• Experience of successfully engaging and working with a range of staff and members of the public.
• Previous experience of working in a public facing team within the healthcare sector Experience of planning and delivering training sessions to multidisciplinary groups

Desirable criteria

• Familiarity with incident reporting and investigation methods
• Project Management qualification
• Experience of use of clinical systems for records extraction and auditing.

We review all applications carefully to ensure fairness and verify references. At interview, you will be asked about your experience, so be honest and ensure all information is accurate. The use of AI during interviews is not permitted.

If you use AI or other tools to support your application, it must reflect your own skills, knowledge, and experience. Supporting information should be in your own words and include your personal insights. AI can assist with drafting but may produce generic or inaccurate content. Applications that rely heavily on AI may lack authenticity and reduce your chances of success.

CLCH Trust does not recommend relying solely on AI when completing your application.

CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident employer, we pledge to:

• Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
• Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.

Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust